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Tag: challenges

Tag: challenges

Why I Make Music (Even When It’s a Bit of Pain)

Making art can feel silly and indulgent. Recently I scrapped about 5 hours worth of bass and vocal takes, because I felt that the tempo wasn’t right. Tempo is a funny thing, how you feel differs depending on my energy level. If I feel tired it feels too fast and …

March 24, 2021 March 24, 2021 Life Insights  challenges / Music
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The Parallel between Body and Mind

My nemesis, downdog split. Actually I don’t look half as bad as I thought I would. At least my leg goes higher than my hip. I couldn’t do that a year ago. My hamstrings are tight, my glutes weak. My whole lower body shakes the moment I attempt this and …

September 23, 2020 September 23, 2020 Life Insights  challenges / yoga
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